Fanshawe's 10-level EAP program is certified by Languages Canada and meets the language requirements for admission to Western University, Fanshawe and many other Ontario colleges. The EAP program and full-time professors will help you to gain confidence and fluency in using English as well as help you prepare for your next steps using the latest methods and technology.

EAP levels

Tuition fees per EAP level

Ancillary fees include health and dental insurance, bus pass and access to computer labs and fitness and wellness centre membership. These fees are subject to change. For current fees by program, visit www.fanshawec.ca/fees. Deposit: CAD 100.00 non-refundable fee at time of application.

What is my starting EAP level?

While we recommend that new students undergo our custom placement testing on campus, applicants with a recent score from other recognized English proficiency tests (IELTS, TOEFL, or Cambridge English Scale) may place directly into an Fanshawe EAP level as shown below:*

University-level pathways from EAP

Bachelor degree programs:

Fanshawe College now has many degree programs. You can meet the language requirements to enter Fanshawe degree programs by completing Level 10 with 75%. We also have agreements with Western University and its affiliated university colleges – Brescia University College, Huron University College and King's University College. You do not need an IELTS or TOEFL score to enter Western University or its affiliates as long as you have completed our EAP Program, Level 10 – Advanced Academic Preparation, with a minimum of 80%. We can assist you to obtain a "Conditional Letter of Acceptance" for any of these degree programs.

Master's and Doctoral programs:

To enter a Master's or Doctoral Program at Western University, the language requirement is completion of Fanshawe College's EAP Level 10 – Advanced Academic Preparation, with a minimum 80%.

Testimonials

EAP to Fanshawe Diploma to Employment

"I learned more than just the English language at Fanshawe. I also had opportunities to learn about culture through activities like a trip to the sugarbush and the dinner etiquette class. The program also helped me to be successful in job interviews, and to become a good communicator with children, their parents, and my colleagues which is essential for an early childhood educator."Clarisse Mukashumbusho (Rwanda)
ECE Graduate, employed as an Early Childhood Educator in a London public school.

EAP to Western University

"Fanshawe provided a lot of support to students who wanted to apply to university. The language program was a very high quality one and improved my confidence and abilities before I started my program at Western University. I learned how to take notes and write essays which was very important for my university studies."Wang, Xin (China)
Bachelor of Management and Organizational Studies – BMOS

EAP to Fanshawe Career Program

"Fanshawe helped me to adapt to the Canadian system and improve my English skills. It was the first time I had studied with students from other countries. It was great becoming good friends with another student in my major from the English program."Xuanyu Li (China)
Currently studying TV Broadcasting

"English at Fanshawe College helped my dreams come true. For me, the program was like my family, the professors were like my parents. They not only taught me English, but they also helped me build my confidence and achieve my dream. What I learned at Fanshawe is very useful in my program now. It gives me a lot of confidence, especially during presentations. "Jiehe Lin (China)
Currently studying ECE (Early Childhood Education)